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S951 GUF

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,098 mi
Last recorded59,098 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS951 GUF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 59,098 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 58,194 miles

Front front brake hoses mounted incorrectly

Offside Front brake hose damaged

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2017 58,187 miles

Nearside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Front front brake hoses mounted incorrectly

Offside Front brake hose damaged

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2016 54,534 miles

all tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Jun 2015 53,566 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,698 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 52,158 miles

front wiper blades starting to split but still clearing screen

on brake test transmission whine heard

Pass 28 Jul 2012 51,385 miles

brakes heavily coroded

general underbody corosion

suspension shows corosion

Pass 8 Apr 2011 50,814 miles

exhaust corroded in places

front discs corroded

general underbody corrosion

n/s/r anti-roll bar link slight play

rear tyres perishing

Pass 18 Jan 2010 49,601 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 49,552 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 48,768 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 47,801 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 47,271 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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S951 GUF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S951 GUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S951 GUF registered?

S951 GUF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S951 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S951 GUF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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